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The cheapest and fastest trains from Grimsby to Leicester
Showing times and prices for Nov 07
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 36 m
Average duration
2 h 52 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
125 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grimsby to Leicester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grimsby to Leicester will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Fast trains
Of the 4 trains that leave Grimsby for Leicester on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 125 km distance in an average of 2 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 36 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
05:34AM2h55
Grimsby08:29AMLeicester
$221One-way
0 transfers
06:41AM2h38
Grimsby09:19AMLeicester
$381One-way
0 transfers
07:40AM2h36
Grimsby10:16AMLeicester
$391One-way
0 transfers
04:12AM3h18
Grimsby07:30AMLeicester
$721One-way
0 transfers
07:40AM2h36
Grimsby10:16AMLeicester
$391One-way
0 transfers
06:41AM2h38
Grimsby09:19AMLeicester
$381One-way
0 transfers
05:34AM2h55
Grimsby08:29AMLeicester
$221One-way
0 transfers
04:12AM3h18
Grimsby07:30AMLeicester
$721One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Grimsby to Leicester
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Grimsby to Leicester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €18.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€34 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Grimsby to Leicester train times
The table below shows live departures for Grimsby to Leicester trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 10:32 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:12 AM Grimsby | 3h18 | 7:30 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:34 AM Grimsby | 2h55 | 8:29 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:41 AM Grimsby | 2h38 | 9:19 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:40 AM Grimsby | 2h36 | 10:16 AM Leicester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Grimsby to Leicester
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Trains from Grimsby to Leicester run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $15 (€13) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 22:19. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $15 (€13)
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 22:19 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $15 (€13)
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains from Grimsby to Leicester trainsEast Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Grimsby and Leicester from $15 (€13). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€18)
East Midlands Trains frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 55m
Cheapest Price
$22 (€18)
TransPennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
$89 (€73)
first_transpennine_express frequency
13 a day
east_midlands_trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Price
$55 (€45)
east_midlands_trains frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Trains from Grimsby to Leicester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grimsby to Leicester by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leicester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Leicester's main attractions, including the King Richard III Visitor Centre, Leicester Cathedral, and the National Space Centre.
The train from Grimsby to Leicester takes 2h 30m and runs 5 per day.
The distance by train from Grimsby to Leicester is 77 miles (125 km).
The train station in Grimsby that goes to Leicester is Grimsby Town (GMB), which connects to Leicester station (LEI).
The last train from Grimsby to Leicester leaves at 10:19 PM.
Yes, there is a high-speed train from Grimsby to Leicester.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Grimsby to Leicester.
Train ticket prices from Grimsby to Leicester can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $22 (€18), while the average price is around $41 (€34).
The cheapest way to get from Grimsby to Leicester is by bus, with a cost of around $15 (€13).
The first train from Grimsby to Leicester leaves at 5:08 AM.
Yes, you can take the train from Grimsby to Leicester.
Yes, there is a direct train from Grimsby to Leicester. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains.
The train journey from Grimsby to Leicester offers pleasant views of the English countryside, with stretches of farmland, small towns, and rolling hills, although it is not typically highlighted as one of the most scenic routes in the UK.
A day trip from Grimsby to Leicester is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 30m. There are 5 trains per day for this route.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Grimsby to Leicester
Grimsby
Leicester
The major train station for departures in Grimsby is New Clee. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at New Clee for your trip from Grimsby to Leicester.
New Clee
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the only platform is step free.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for New Clee
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drops off / picks up alongside the platform on Thorald Street
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Sunday 08:45 - 19:30 Saturday 05:30 - 19:30 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 1, within car park and within cycle hub
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Grimsby Town
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the Station Front.
Grimsby Docks
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Station is unstaffed. However no access problems for disabled or wheelchair users as the access to the platforms is step free.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transit options for Grimsby Docks
- Onward travel information: None close by. Busline 0870 608 2608
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the station front
The major train station for arrivals in Leicester is Leicester. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leicester for your journey to Leicester from Grimsby.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 22:30 Saturday 05:20 - 22:30 Sunday 07:15 - 22:30
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay car park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A access station. There is step free access to the main entrance and lifts to all platforms. Customers with wheelchairs who require assistance on graduated slopes should press the ticket gate 'assistance' button located at the bottom of the stairs near the self service ticket machines. To ensure availability of staff to assist, it is imperative that customers book assistance in advance. This station has tactile paving at the edge of all platforms and at the bottom of all staircases.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Main Concourse, Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1/2 and Platform 3/4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. The radar key is available from the Duty Manager located on the end of Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub situated on the lower floor (old Red Star parcels area) which can be accessed via the lift located to the left of the Customer Information desk. Stands also available in main car park and station front near short stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transit options for Leicester
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coaches leave from the Station front
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